Interest in semi-automatic guns surges as ban mooted
There are also fears a ban could send thousands of guns underground.
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NZ venues cancel singer's gigs over 'white power' remarks
A controversial singer Philip Anselmo will no longer play two concerts in New Zealand.
Prominent businessman's trial aborted
The trial was about to enter its third week... now there will be a retrial.
Powerful Springbok tour photos for auction for the first time
Photos of NZ's most divisive event, which have been hidden away for years, are being sold.
'Love will overpower all' - Auckland community mourns alongside Christchurch
Kiwis are showing their support for the Muslim community following yesterday's atrocity.
The woman fronting NZ's $11b hospitality industry
Marisa Bidois has always had a strong connection to food and hospitality.
Classical review: Silkroad Ensemble travels well
Silkroad Ensemble takes listeners on a first-class musical journey, writes William Dart.
On edge: Police swoop on Britomart, Victoria St in Auckland city
Armed officers were at the central Auckland station.
Fears for student missing five days
The 22-year-old was last seen Sunday, and his car was found at Piha on Tuesday.
Two police chases in Auckland, pursuit policy review unveiled today
One involving youth, another involving a car being spike stripped before hitting a light.
Your weather: Fine for North Island, rain for the south
Fine weather is forecast for most of the country today and leading into the weekend.
Comment: Govt has crippled community housing
Comment: Community housing needs subsidies up front.
Almost 50 measles cases in NZ this year: What you need to know
The number of confirmed measles cases in Canterbury remains at 28.
Teacher registration cancelled and fined for fleecing parents
A teacher and manager of a central Auckland pre-school has lost her registration.
Watch: Stolen car driver reported to police hours before pursuit crash
A resident has described how he and another narrowly escaped being run over.
Top accountant guilty in multi-million McDonald's deal
He bought a million shares a day after a deal was secured with the fast food giant.
Businessman's butler tells of alleged sexual assault
Two young men claim they were sexually assaulted by a prominent New Zealander.
Temporary plywood for shattered Sky Tower floor panel
Architect says there is 'no problem' with cracked glass floor at Sky Tower.
CYFs caregiver keeps name secret over sex charges
The judge asked the man's lawyer why name suppression should continue.
Accused baby killer keeps name secret
An Auckland man is accused of manslaughter after the death of his baby boy.
Crash on Auckland Harbour Bridge causing delays
A crash on the Auckland Harbour Bridge was blocking one lane for northbound traffic.
Police pursuit: Stolen car crashes into West Auckland property
Police had abandoned pursuit before stolen car crashed.
'Freaked us out': Sky Tower glass floor 'shattered' under tourists
A group of tourists had the fright of their lives earlier today.
Scooter wars: Wave launches against Lime in Auckland
Speed limits will apply in certain areas.
Multi-car crash: Delays on Southern and Northern motorways
A multi-vehicle crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway is causing delays.
Alleged victim accused of blackmailing wealthy businessman
A wealthy businessman is accused of attempting to cover up an indecent assault.
Phil Goff compared to Donald Trump in harbour battle
Phil Goff sent his apologies to an angry crowd baying for his blood.
Live: Controversial Michael Jackson doco now on NZ screens
Shocking Michael Jackson documentary airs in NZ for the first time tonight.
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff cast as villain at protest
But cruise ship industry says Auckland benefits to the tune of $181m from visits.
Les Misérables audition at 39 weeks pregnant
Less than 24 hours after her audition she was in labour.
Missing boy Peter Boland: Retired detective explains cold case process
Sounds murder detective explains how to investigate 62-year-old missing boy case
Auckland: A trip to 'Gibraltar'
Justine Tyerman finds an amazing home base in the lead up to a wedding.
'I'm a finished, washed-up antique dealer'
TV show Antiques Roadshow started the death knell for antique shops, retiring owner says.
'Chronic abuse of trust': Lawyer jailed after stealing $350k from clients
The solicitor also lost an appeal in a last gasp bid to stay out of prison.